Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Rabid Raccoon Attack Near Kennedy Space Center

MERRITT ISLAND, Florida -- The Brevard County Health Department received confirmation of a raccoon positive for rabies located at North State Road 3 near Kennedy Space Center on Merritt Island, Florida.

Health officials say that treatment was started for the person who was bitten by the raccoon.

Last Spring, Kiwanis Island Park on Merritt Island was
closed in the wake of reports of agressive raccoon attacks on
park-goers.

Rabies is fatal in humans if not prevented in time.The Brevard County Health Department advises everyone in the area who has been exposed to any stray animals or even if their own pet has been exposed, to call Animal Services and Enforcement at (321) 633-2024.